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Kerala Splendour Tour |
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Duration : 13 Nights/14Days
Destinations
Covered: Delhi - Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady
- Kumarakom -Alleppey (Houseboat) - Kovalam-Kanyakumari-Kovalam-Trivandrum. |
| Day 1: Cochin |
Begin your tour,
Arrive into Ernakulam/Cochin airport/ railway station
Welcome to Vardhman's 'Kerala Splendour Tour'
On arrival in Cochin, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. Cochin - the palmgreen commercial town of Kerala has one
of the finest natural harbours in the world. Rest of the day at leisure.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Attend Kathkali Dance Show in the evening.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 2: Cochin |
Morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Cochin.
Visit of the historic city of Fort Cochin - ancient capital of the Dutch,
Portuguese and finally the British. A walking tour of Fort Cochin. Visit
will include the old Spice Market at Mattancherry, the antique shop on Jews
street, The Synagogue, Dutch Palace and the Church of St Francis where the
mortal remains of Vasco Da Gama was buried before it was shifted to Portugal.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 3: Cochin - Athirapally Waterfall-Munnar |
After an early morning breakfast, check out from the hotel & embark
on a fascinating journey to Munnar enjoying the stunning panoramic view
of the Cardamom hills & green carpets of tea plantation enroute. Enroute
also visit Athirappally Waterfalls, which is located 78 kms from Kochi (Cochin),
located at the entrance to Sholayar ranges, this waterfall is a popular
picnic spot. Affording to the onlookers, one of the most bewitching sights,
Athirappally Falls is about 80 feet high and located in the forest area.
Combined with the greenery, it infuses freshness into any tired soul. The
Athirapally Falls join the Chalakkudy River after plummeting a drop of 80
feet.
On arrival, check in at Hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure trekking
around the estate.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 4: Munnar |
A morning sight seeing trip of Munnar; visiting the Eravikulam National
Park where you can see the very rare mountain goats locally called the Nilgiri
Tahr, the Mattupetty Dam & Dairy Farm, Old Munnar Town, the town market
etc. Rest of the day at leisure and enjoy another overnight stay at your
hotel.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 5: Munnar -Idukki Dam- Thekkady |
After an early breakfast, check out from the Hotel & proceed to
the wildlife sanctuary at Periyar/Thekkady. Enroute visit Idukki Dam. Check
in to your hotel. Go on an evening game viewing cruise on the Periyar Lake.
Here you will be able to see a large variety of wildlife, which include
elephants, monkeys, deer, wild boar etc, and quite a lot of unique birds
can also be spotted. Later, come back to the hotel; relax & enjoy your
stay overnight.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 6: Thekkady |
Full day free to visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the
banks of the Periyar Lake. In the afternoon you can enjoy a boat ride in
the Periyar LakeThe pride of Kerala and a testimony to nature's splendour
and human innovation - an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Here the high ranges
of Western Ghats are clothed in dense evergreen, moist deciduous forests
and Savannah grasslands. Below this thick green canopy roam herds of elephants,
Sambars, tigers, gaurs, lion tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs. In the
evening visit Spice plantation.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: You can enjoy Elephant ride, Jeep Safari, Bamboo rafting
and Nature walk at the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 7: Periyar-Kumarakom/Kottayam |
This morning after breakfast, drive through the winding "Ghats"
kind with prosperous tea plantations & then arrive the fascinating countryside
of low-lying palms and paddy field to Kumarakom. Kumarakom is a beautiful
backwater willage on the shores of the enchanting Vembanad Lake, crises
crossed with meandering waterways and ancient cottages.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 8: Kumarakom |
Visit Kumarakom bird Sanctuary, Churches etc. Rest of the day free at
leisure to see an extra ordinary way of life.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 9: Kumarakom-Alleppey |
After breakfast proceed to Alleppey. Check-in at the houseboat which
will take you to enjoy the magic of Alleppey going on a Houseboat (Kettuvallam)
cruise across the backwaters. The backwater cruise in a country boat is
the best way to explore the villages and rural life. The overnight cruise
will take you through Alleppey Backwaters. "Venice of the East"-
Alleppey. Spend the next 24 hours in your floating villa. Enjoy the backwaters
of Kerala by getting a glimpse of the village life at close quarters; a
unique and unforgettable experience. Enjoy the sunset & stay overnight
on the house boat. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included. It will definitely
be a unique and unforgettable experience
Overnight: Houseboat |
| Day 10: Alleppey-Kovalam |
This morning after a leisurely breakfast disembark the houseboat at
Alleppey. Then drive to Kovalam. Upon arrival check into your hotel. Full
day free to relax or full day free for leisure activities on Shangmugham
Beach.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 11: Kovalam |
City tour of Trivandrum.
Visit Museum complex, Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Science & Technology
museum, Veli Tourist village, Aakulam boat club, Shangmugham Beach etc
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 12: Kovalam- Kanyakumari-Kovalam |
Full day Excursion to Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari is the confluence of three seas - Bay of Bengal, Arabian Ocean
& Indian Ocean. It is an important pilgrim centre of India is famous
for Amman Temple - a symbol of unity and sanctity dedicated to the virgin
goddess, Kanyakumari. To its South East lies the famous Vivekananda rock
memorial, a blend of all architectural styles of India. Later in evening
drive back to Kovalam to stay overnight in the hotel
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 13: Kovalam |
Full day free to relax on the Golden beaches of Kovalam.
Overnight: Resort/Hotel |
| Day 14: Kovalam-Trivandrum/ Thiruvananthapuram |
After breakfast transfer to Trivandrum airport/railway station to board
flight/train for your onward destination to back home with sweet and unforgettable
memories of your tour escorted by Vardhman Vacations.
END OF VARDHMAN SERVICES |
Important Notes:
- Check-in / check-out time: 12.00 noon in all hotels
- Houseboat Check In: & Check out Time:
- Kindly arrange your VISA in advance
- Reservations not yet made
- For terms and conditions visit our website http://www.vardhmanvacations.com/
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Holiday price includes:
- Airport- Hotel - Airport transfers + Sightseeing & excursion exactly as per the itinerary by Air-conditioned Indica car OR ac Innova van
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Daily Buffet Breakfast in the hotels
- All meals i.e. Breakfast, Lunch and Candle light Dinner on the houseboat at Alleppey
- Service of professional cook and 2 additional crews on the houseboat
- Houseboat/Hotels mentioned are subject to availability
- Meet and assist services on arrival/Departure
- All Excursions and Sightseeing
- All parking, road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances
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Holiday price Excludes:
- Any Air Fare /Train Fare
- Any extra meal i.e. Lunch and Dinner at any place/hotel except on houseboat
- Guide fee & Entrance fee at the monuments/Parks/Sanctuary/Temples
- Any Optional activity/ tour
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation, strike or any other natural calamities.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food & drink not in the regular menu provided by us, tips to hotel waiters, drivers, etc are to be borne by the passengers.
- Any type of Insurance.
- Government Service Tax as applicable
- Camera and video fee at the monuments.
- Anything Not mentioned under the head "Holiday Price Includes"
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TOUR COST PER PERSON [MINIMUM 2 PAX] : $ 726 PP
TOUR COST PER PERSON [MINIMUM 4 PAX] : $ 569 PP
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| Places |
STANDARD/BUDGET HOTELS ENVISAGED |
| COCHIN |
HOTEL YUVARANI RESIDENCY |
| MUNNAR |
LAS PALMAS |
| THEKKADY/ PERIYAR |
PERIYAR HOUSE |
| KUMARAKOM |
HOTEL ARCADIA REGENCY |
| ALLEPPEY |
STANDARD NON AC HOUSEBOAT |
| KOVALAM |
HOTEL RAJA |
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